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Social Welfare Benefits

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 30 March 2022

Wednesday, 30 March 2022

Questions (89)

Michael McNamara

Question:

89. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Social Protection if an application can be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16811/22]

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Written answers

The person concerned has been awarded a widows contributory pension at the weekly rate of €213.50 with effect from the 22nd April 2022. In addition they have also been granted the qualified child increase at the weekly rate of €48.00 each for the two children. Payment will commence into the nominated bank account from that date.

The Widowed Parent Grant of €8,000 has also been awarded. Payment of this once off lump sum will be made into the nominated bank account on the 1st April 2022.

The person concerned has been notified of these decisions in writing.

I hope this clarifies the position for the Deputy.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Question No. 90 answered with Question No. 83.
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